Cause of action for violations of civil rights under the color of law creation
This bill creates a new legal pathway for individuals in Minnesota to sue when their civil rights are violated by officials acting under state or federal authority (e.g., police or government employees). It allows victims to seek damages, attorney fees, and other relief for deprivations of rights protected by the U.S. or Minnesota Constitutions, with a six-year statute of limitations. Additionally, it requires state/local law enforcement agencies to obtain written agreements from federal partners ensuring federal officers abide by constitutional standards and can be held liable under this new law. The provisions apply to all pending or future civil cases filed after the bill takes effect.
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Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2026
Last action Mar 2, 2026
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Feb 23, 2026
Committee
Withdrawn and re-referred to State and Local Government
upper
Feb 17, 2026
Committee
Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
upper
Feb 17, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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